Games you can play with your girlfriend might not be as few and far between as you believe. But finding the right game can be difficult. People have different tastes and what’s fun to you may not be for them. And yet, if you want to enjoy this hobby together, it’s important to find the perfect middle ground.
For example, I love playing games like Apex Legends or Valorant — but my wife absolutely hates them. Still, we love to spend time together, so we did our research to find games that we can both enjoy.
And through our many years together, we’ve rounded up some excellent titles that I’m sure you’ll love too. So, if you’re still on the lookout, here are some best couple video games you can play with your girlfriend or partner.
Best Video Games for Couples
If you’re a fan of PC and PlayStation games, you’re in luck because there are so many great games you can play with your girlfriend on these devices. Most of these games require you to be together in the same room, but let’s face it — there’s nothing like cozying up in blankets, with your favorite snacks and enjoying some friendly competition (or collaboration).
1. It Takes Two — A Funny and Heartfelt Game That Makes You Work Together
| Pub Date | March 26, 2021 |
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| Developer | Hazelight Studios |
| Genre | Action-adventure |
| Play on | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, NS |
| Mode | Multiplayer |
| Length | 12+ hrs for main objectives |
| Size | 50 GB |
| Price | Regular 39,99€ |
| My Rating | 4.38/5 stars |
It Takes Two is an action-adventure video game released in 2021. This game is specifically designed for split-screen cooperative multiplayer, which means that it must be played with another player through either local or online play.
Playing locally is preferred in this situation. You get to play the married couple Cody and May who are planning on getting divorced. After they tell their daughter Rose the news, they get turned into hand-made dolls that belong to their kid.
Their initial goal was to reach Rose and hopefully return to their normal human bodies. The game is full of moments where it absolutely forces you to cooperate and solve problems together but also at the same time is full of moments where you can have fun and mess with each other. It’s a beautiful and wholesome game that deserves all the praise it gets.
2. Split Fiction — A Great Chance to Work Together
| Pub Date | March 6, 2025 |
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| Developer | Hazelight Studios |
| Genre | Action, adventure, co-op |
| Play on | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, |
| Mode | Multiplayer |
| Length | 12 to 13 hours |
| Size | 85 GB |
| Price | 49,99€ |
| My Rating | 5/5 stars |
If you and your partner love co-op games that actually make you work together (instead of one of you just carrying the other), Split Fiction is a must-play. From the creators of It Takes Two, this game throws you into a wild narrative adventure where teamwork isn’t just helpful—it’s the only way forward.
You play as Mio and Zoe, two writers who accidentally trap themselves inside their own fictional worlds. What follows is a creative, ever-changing experience where one minute you’re solving puzzles in a fantasy realm, and the next, you’re battling sci-fi enemies with laser swords. The constant shifts keep things fresh, so neither of you gets bored (or has time to zone out and scroll your phone).
Like any great co-op game, Split Fiction lives and dies by communication. You’ll need to talk, strategize, and probably argue a little to solve puzzles and tackle challenges. The game supports both local and online co-op, and thanks to the Friend’s Pass, only one of you needs to own it.
3. LEGO Fortnite — Explore and Build the World Together
| Pub Date | December 7, 2023 |
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| Developer | Epic games |
| Genre | Survival, sandbox |
| Play on | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, NS, Android |
| Mode | Single-player, multiplayer |
| Length | ∞ |
| Size | 26 GB |
| Price | Free |
| My Rating | 3.8/5 stars |
Fortnite Lego has been a successful crossover so far and if you need some beginner tips, I have an article you should definitely check out. It’s a great, fun, survival game where you get to explore, build and enjoy a relatively cozy world.
In this mode, you’ll be given the opportunity to build a totally customized village. But before that, you’ll need to explore and collect resources for it.
It’s a great chance to work together and have fun while exploring. And before you know it you’ll spend countless hours enjoying and probably building not just a village but a whole Metropolis. Your partner and you can build separate or joint villages and help each other collect resources, fight enemies, and more.
4. Mortal Kombat — Have Fun Destroying Each Other
| Pub Date | September 19, 2023 |
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| Developer | NetherRealm Studios |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Play on | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, NS |
| Mode | Single-player,multiplayer |
| Length | Single-player, multiplayer |
| Size | 120 GB |
| Price | Regular 69,99€ |
| My Rating | 3.5/5 stars |
Mortal Kombat is a media franchise centered on a series of fighting video games originally developed by Midway Games in 1992. The latest game released is Mortal Kombat 1 in September 2023.
Basically, you fight against each other until one of you obliterates the other one. Now let me tell you the harsh truth about this one — it doesn’t matter how good you are at this game. Before you even know it, she will press a bunch of random buttons like her life depends on it and beat you. You’ll be left there stunned, defeated, and wondering what the heck is happening.
You might even try to justify it by saying it’s beginner’s luck, but you’ll see soon enough it wasn’t the case. I hope at least that knowing that she is having fun destroying you, brings you a little peace in these dark times. Hang in there.
5. Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled — Race Each Other (and You Might Win)
| Pub Date | June 20, 2019 |
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| Developer | Beenox |
| Genre | PlayStation, Xbox, NS |
| Play on | PlayStation,Xbox, NS |
| Mode | Single-player, multiplayer |
| Length | 5+ hrs for main objectives |
| Size | 5.7 GB |
| Price | Regular 39,99€ |
| My Rating | 3.95/5 stars |
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is a 2019 kart racing game developed by Beenox and published by Activision. Now, keep in mind there are still high chances that the Mortal Kombat scenario will repeat itself. But the rates are much lower with this one.
The more likely scenario that you will get is seeing her moving joystick to a side where she wants to make a turn. So, pay attention because nothing gets cuter than moments like that.
But overall, this is a simple racing game where you can compete against each other. There’s no bigger storyline, and this game is great if you want something quick and easily accessible.
6. Sackboy — Cozy Game for Two
| Pub Date | November 12, 2020 |
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| Developer | Sumo Digital |
| Genre | Platform |
| Play on | PC, PlayStation |
| Mode | Single-player, multiplayer |
| Length | 10+ hrs for main objectives |
| Size | 60 GB |
| Price | Regular 59,99€ |
| My Rating | 3.938/5 stars |
Sackboy: A Big Adventure is a 2020 platform game developed by Sumo Digital and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Similar to art styles from other games, such as It Takes Two, this game is fun on its own.
You two can work together to free enslaved Sackpeople who are captured by the villain Vex. It’s a cute and cozy game, which I believe that you two can enjoy for hours to come.
If your partner is more into cozy games, this might be the perfect title to compromise on. It has just enough action if that’s your preference but it’s also relaxing and cute at times. Have fun!
FAQs
Even if you and your partner are a long-distance couple, there are tons of games you can play together. For quick and free options, I recommend browser games like GeoGuessr or Skribbl.io.
If both of you enjoy gaming and are up for a challenge, try It Takes Two — though I recommend being on the phone with them while you play. The same goes for Sackboy.
Mobile games are a good option too — Hey Day is a great one that requires you to log in daily, so it’s a good way to interact and have fun on a regular basis. But for some quick fun, I recommend Words With Friends or Mario Kart Tour.
Basically, any of the games on my list above can be great date night games. It just depends on what you’re looking for. If you’re a long distance couple on a date night, check out my recs above.
If you’re together in person, it depends on what kind of date you’re having. Is it a fun, at-home pizza night? Then It Takes Two is definitely the best choice. Are you drinking and maybe going out at some point? Check out quiz and trivia games like QuizUp or Song Pop. I would also recommend Truth or Dare type games; just look them up on your app store and you’ll find plenty. Those are always more fun when drinking.
Another game that’s great whether you’re having a cozy night or preparing for a night out on the town is Mortal Kombat.
So, take your pick and have fun!
Pavle is the founder of PlayForge and its lead writer and reviewer, covering PC, PS5, and mobile games, a with a focus on RPGs, MMOs, FPS games, and more. He’s been gaming since the PS2 days and now writes in-depth reviews and guides to help players find their next obsession and get gaming insights from real players, not just critics. His reviews are honest and transparent, but he always tries to stay positive, because in his opinion, almost any game can be fun if you look at it the right way.
In his free time, he likes to (obviously) play more games, spend time with his family, theorycraft about various media with his wife, and watch anime. So yes, he’s a complete nerd, even if he’ll never admit it.
